Dani Donovan

Dani Donovan

Birth & Postpartum Doula
Pasadena, California
12 years of experience
5.0
About me

Hi everyone! I’m Dani, a postpartum doula based in Los Angeles county **with experience traveling internationally for clients** I’ve spent over a decade caring for newborns and families as a nanny and newborn caregiver, and now I specialize in supporting parents after their baby arrives. I help with newborn care, sleep routines, meals, light household support, and anything that helps new parents actually rest and recover. I truly believe mothers deserve to be cared for just as much as their babies, and I love helping families feel confident and supported during those early weeks. In addition to offering postpartum care, I am a birth doula and childbirth educator. Please reach out should you have any questions.

Education

Bachelors of Women's Studies (2016)

Certification and training

Birth Doula, International Doula Institute (2026)

Postpartum Doula, International Doula Institute (2025)

Childbirth Educator, International Doula Institute (2025)

Memberships and affiliations

International Doula Institute

Credentials
BA
Specialties
Anxiety Anxiety and Depression Assertiveness Birth and Lactation Birth Doula Birth Support Bodywork Breastfeeding Support Childbirth Education Evidence-Based Care Healthy Eating LGBTQ+ Massage Newborn Care Overnight Newborn Care Positive Thinking Postpartum Doula Care Prenatal Yoga Sibling Preparation
Languages

English

Service introduction

Assessing the Needs of the Family Providing Recommendations and Referrals Emotional Support of the individuals parenting choices Encouragement and positive affirmations Newborn care hands-on education and care including: Normal newborn behavior Newborn appearance Sleep habits Feeding Bathing Dressing Baby When to call the doctor And so much more... Breastfeeding counseling Advanced breastfeeding education Help knowing what is normal or when you need specialized care Help with comfortable positions for mom and baby Establishing helpful routines Establishing a good latch Establishing a good milk supply Learning to use your pump Proper milk storage Preparation of bottles and washing/cleaning/sterilizing Cord and circumcision care My intention is to serve as a resource to ensure that birthers have a memorable, empowering, and safe birthing experience with thorough, holistic, non-judgemental preparation. Thanks again and looking forward to (hopefully) meeting some of you soon, whether virtually or in person! 💜✨

Packages
Overnight Postpartum Doula Support
**8 hours minimum** Overnight hours begin any time after 6 PM Lead childbirth education courses (virtually and in-person) • Newborn & Infant Care • Postpartum Recovery Support • Breastfeeding Guidance • Developmental Play & Age-Appropriate Activities • Household Management & Light Housekeeping • Travel Nanny Support • Overnight & Extended Care • Prenatal & Birth Support • Meal Preparation for Children & Families
$50.00
USD Per hour
Daytime Postpartum Doula Support
**6 hours minimum** Begins any time after 8 AM Lead childbirth education courses (virtually and in-person) • Newborn & Infant Care • Postpartum Recovery Support • Breastfeeding Guidance • Developmental Play & Age-Appropriate Activities • Household Management & Light Housekeeping • Travel Nanny Support • Overnight & Extended Care • Prenatal & Birth Support • Meal Preparation for Children & Families
$40.00
USD Per hour
Private & Personalized Childbirth Education
No two families are the same, and your childbirth education shouldn't be either. This private childbirth education experience is created specifically for you, your partner, your birth preferences, and the questions that matter most to your family. We'll begin with a 15-minute preparation call where I'll learn more about you, your pregnancy, where you're planning to give birth, what you're hoping for from your birth experience, and what you and your partner most want to feel prepared for. From there, I'll create a personalized childbirth education curriculum specifically for your family. Rather than spending hours covering information that doesn't apply to you, we'll focus our time on the topics that will help you feel informed, confident, and prepared for your birth. Your private class can include topics such as: • Understanding the stages and physiology of labor • Recognizing when labor begins and when to head to your birth location • Comfort measures, movement, positioning, breathing, and coping techniques • How your partner can confidently support you during labor • Pain-management options, including unmedicated and medicated birth • Epidurals, inductions, common interventions, and Cesarean birth • Informed consent and communicating with your medical team • Creating and understanding your birth preferences • Preparing for unexpected changes during labor • The first hours after birth and the Golden Hour • Breastfeeding and newborn feeding basics • Postpartum recovery and what to expect after birth • Newborn care and the transition home • Any specific questions, concerns, or circumstances you'd like incorporated into your class Your Experience Includes 15-Minute Prep Call We'll talk about your pregnancy, birth plans, concerns, previous experiences, and exactly what you want to gain from your class. Customized Curriculum I'll personally configure your class based on your family's needs, rather than teaching from a one-size-fits-all curriculum. Private 2 to 4-Hour Class Your class is completely private, giving you and your partner space to ask questions, practice techniques, pause for discussion, and spend more time on the subjects that matter most to you. Personalized Resources You'll leave with resources and information selected specifically to support your birth preparation. Investment Customized Birth Prep | Up to 3 Hours: $450 Perfect for families who want comprehensive childbirth preparation while focusing primarily on the subjects most relevant to their birth. Complete Birth Prep | Up to 4 Hours: $550 Designed for families who want to take a deeper dive into labor, comfort measures, partner support, interventions, advocacy, postpartum recovery, feeding, newborn care, and their individual birth preferences. Private sessions are available to expecting parents throughout the Los Angeles area and virtually. This isn't a class about how you're supposed to give birth. It's about helping you understand your options, trust yourself, communicate your preferences, and enter birth feeling prepared for whatever path your experience takes.
$350.00
USD Flat rate
Ratings and reviews
Average
5.0
# of Reviews
1
5.0

My due date is June 16th, and I started working with my doula in March. From the beginning, she has been incredibly supportive and informative. My husband and I both appreciate how thorough she is. She takes the time to explain everything clearly and makes sure we feel confident and prepared. She provides a lot of helpful information without ever making things feel overwhelming, and she’s always patient when answering our questions. I truly feel like we’re in good hands with her and would highly recommend her to anyone looking for a knowledgeable and caring doula.

- Michelle L.

Frequently asked questions
Do you work with LGBTQ+ families, single parents, surrogacy, adoption, or nontraditional families?
What if I don't know what kind of support I need?
Is a doula the same thing as a midwife?
Do I need a doula if I already have a supportive partner?
What if I want an epidural?
What if I want an unmedicated birth?
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